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Gran Melia Cancun

BOULEVARD KUKULCAN KM 16 5, Cancun, ROO, 77500, Mexico
Gran Melia Cancun
Real Traveler Rating: 4.1 out of 5 based on 101 reviews from 3 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
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Highly Recommended
Based on 101 reviews
from 3 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.1 out of 5

    "Overall, we were very satisfied with our stay, and if we go to Cancun in the future, we'll definitely be going back to this hotel." source Orbitz

    "I would not recommend this hotel to any friend." source Priceline

    "Beautiful hotel with a friendly staff." source Priceline

    "Would definitely stay there again." source Priceline

    "I will not recommend it as is far away." source Priceline

  • Clean: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "Pools are clean and big, beach is clean and with excellent design, but bathrooms need updates." source Priceline

    "I don't like having to clean the bird droppings of my own chair." source Priceline

    "It is not as new as many others, but still is a clean resort." source Priceline

    "The rooms were large and comfortable, clean and very quiet." source Priceline

    "Clean rooms, great pools, great service." source Priceline

  • Service: Rating of 4.1 out of 5

    "Convenient location and the hotel/resort offered all the needed services." source Priceline

    "The Royal Service section of the hotel had a lovely atrium where they daily served a complimentary breakfast, afternoon snack and delicious heavy horsderves/bar in the evening." source Travelocity

    "The hotel was spectacular, but they really need to step up their service." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "Very nice hotel, beautiful location and wonderful lobby atrium to relax in." source Priceline

    "Beautiful grounds, great location, beautiful beach, wonderful atrium." source Priceline

    "Beautiful; excellent staff; great location." source Priceline

    "Nice hotel good location." source Priceline

  • Room: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "They also charged me for a guest to visit my room." source Priceline

More information on Gran Melia Cancun

Beachfront Family & Spa Resort, half a mile of white sand. AAA Four diamond Award hotel, selection of 5 gourmet restaurants, 2 swimming pools, golf court & kids club. **All for you plan available (all included + no restrictions)Rising above one of the most unusual shorelines in the world, the Gran Melia Cancun reigns supreme along the Mexican Caribbean. Situated next to the shimmering turquoise sea, the hotel's impressive architecture is considered one of the most spectacular and most luxurious in Mexico. Drawing inspiration from the ancient Maya civilization, the hotel promises a relaxing atmosphere amid a lush natural environment highlighted by brilliant tropical gardens, graceful palm trees, lush ferns and hanging plants dotted with gurgling fountains. Above it all, huge crystal domes filter the sun's warming rays into a majestic atrium.Situated just 15 minutes from the destination's international airport, close to the hotel zone's most desirable location, where exciting shopping "ops," scintillating nightlife, plentiful restaurant choices and fascinating attractions are around nearly every corner. The magnificent pyramid-style architecture nestles close to an exclusive golf club 9 hole, along a sweeping stretch of white sandy beach, housing 683 rooms including 50 Junior Suites, as well as a Presidential and Governor's Suite.Hotel Amenities: All accommodations include: air conditioning, hair dryer, alarm clock, iron and ironing board, 110 volt outlets, satellite TV, pay-per-view, international direct dial telephone, smoke detector, stocked minibar, purified water, shower, vanity, bathing and grooming accessories and safety deposit box.The resort offers multilingual staffing, nearby marina access, recreational water sports, supervised daily activities program for adults and children interactive events, babysitting services, medical services, access for the physically challenged, laundry/valet, complementary parking, currency exchange, newsstand, tobacco shop, boutique, travel agency, business center and car rental. An Executive nine-hole Golf Course has been created for beginning golfers. Additional on-site activities include aqua-aerobics, beach volleyball, five acres of swimming pools, water polo, paddle tennis and two floodlit, tennis courts. The Spa menu offers a wide range of treatments and massage therapies. All Included & No restrictions = All for youAll Meals & BeveragesRoom Service Menu & In Room MinibarOn property Kids Club, Golf, Tennis & Wellness CentreNone motorized Water Sports at Aqua WorldWiFi in Public AreasTax & Services*Available Lobster & fine cuts supplement

Check-in Time:

1500

Check-out Time:

1200

Total Rooms:

Deluxe Lagoon View:These comfortable rooms feature one king or two double beds. Room amenities include individually controlled air-conditioning, cable color TV, a selection of pay per view channels, direct dial telephone, in-room safe, 24-hour room service and private terraces with stunning views of the Caribbean or Nichupte Lagoon.Junior Suite Ocean View:These rooms feature one king bed. Extra-spacious Junior Suites include a large living room with a big sofa. Balconies afford sweeping views of the turquoise Caribbean or the Nichupte Lagoon. Room amenities include individually controlled air-conditioning, cable color TV, a selection of pay per view channels, direct dial telephone, in-room safe and 24-hour room service (surcharge).Deluxe Ocean View Royal Service:The newest of the hotel's five towers, the soaring north pyramid has been designated the Royal Pyramid and showcases Sol Melia's renowned European approach to five-star pampering with exceptional amenities such as private butler service, an enticing pillow menu, impeccable service and more. These rooms feature one king bed or two double beds with the same accommodations as Deluxe Rooms, with additional deluxe amenities including:a welcome ammenity; free daily continental breakfast(7-11 am); luxurious bath and body toiletries; a pillow and soap menu; butler service; dry cleaning (surcharge); internet desk(surcharge);one pair of shoeshine service; a cigar lounge; express check-in and late checkout upon request. In addition, sodas, tea, coffee and snacks from 1 to 5 pm and international bar and hors d?oeuvres from 7 to 9 pm are served free of charge in an exotic, lush jungle setting.Deluxe Ocean View:These tastefully decorated room feature one king bed or two double beds. Room amenities include individually controlled air-conditioning, cable color TV, a selection of pay per view channels, direct dial telephone, in-room safe, 24-hour room service and private terraces with stunning views of the shimmering Caribbean.All for you:All Meals & Beverages. Room Service Menu & In Room Minibar. On property Kids Club, Golf, Tennis & Wellness Centre. None motorized Water Sports at Aqua World. WiFi in Public Areas Tax & Services *Available Lobster & fine cuts supplement

Total Floors:

9 floors.

Rooms:

Deluxe Lagoon View:These comfortable rooms feature one king or two double beds. Room amenities include individually controlled air-conditioning, cable color TV, a selection of pay per view channels, direct dial telephone, in-room safe, 24-hour room service and private terraces with stunning views of the Caribbean or Nichupte Lagoon.Junior Suite Ocean View:These rooms feature one king bed. Extra-spacious Junior Suites include a large living room with a big sofa. Balconies afford sweeping views of the turquoise Caribbean or the Nichupte Lagoon. Room amenities include individually controlled air-conditioning, cable color TV, a selection of pay per view channels, direct dial telephone, in-room safe and 24-hour room service (surcharge).Deluxe Ocean View Royal Service:The newest of the hotel's five towers, the soaring north pyramid has been designated the Royal Pyramid and showcases Sol Melia's renowned European approach to five-star pampering with exceptional amenities such as private butler service, an enticing pillow menu, impeccable service and more. These rooms feature one king bed or two double beds with the same accommodations as Deluxe Rooms, with additional deluxe amenities including:a welcome ammenity; free daily continental breakfast(7-11 am); luxurious bath and body toiletries; a pillow and soap menu; butler service; dry cleaning (surcharge); internet desk(surcharge);one pair of shoeshine service; a cigar lounge; express check-in and late checkout upon request. In addition, sodas, tea, coffee and snacks from 1 to 5 pm and international bar and hors d?oeuvres from 7 to 9 pm are served free of charge in an exotic, lush jungle setting.Deluxe Ocean View:These tastefully decorated room feature one king bed or two double beds. Room amenities include individually controlled air-conditioning, cable color TV, a selection of pay per view channels, direct dial telephone, in-room safe, 24-hour room service and private terraces with stunning views of the shimmering Caribbean.All for you:All Meals & Beverages. Room Service Menu & In Room Minibar. On property Kids Club, Golf, Tennis & Wellness Centre. None motorized Water Sports at Aqua World. WiFi in Public Areas Tax & Services *Available Lobster & fine cuts supplement

Directions

Cancun is located on the Yucatan Peninsula in the State of Quintana Roo and features soft sandy beaches along calm Caribbean shores. With more than 300 days of sunshine, temperatures range from 80-85 degrees September - April and 85-90 degrees May - August. The seat of the ancient Maya Empire, Cancun affords easy access to archaeological sites such as Tulum, Cozumel, Isla de Mujeres, Cob? and Chichen Itza; ecological parks such as Xcaret and Xel-ha and the neighboring islands of Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, Holbox and Cotoy.

Area

Cancun, Mexico

Attractions

Isla Contoy 25 Miles / 40 Kilometers Isla Mujeres 25 Miles / 40 Kilometers Chichen Itza 127 Miles / 205 Kilometers Downtown Cancun 10 Miles / 16 Kilometers Tulum and Coba 81 Miles / 131 Kilometers Ruins of Akumal 65 Miles / 105 Kilometers Shopping Mall "La Isla" 2 Miles / 3 Kilometers Ecological Park Xcaret 44 Miles / 72 Kilometers

Dining

La PerlaFish and sea food specialties. Located beseide the south pool with a great ocean view.TempoTempo is the place for Mediterranean dining and seafood with impeccable service, a wide selection of wines, and live instrumental music. Open from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.Ku-nahKu-nah dishes up comtemporary Mexican cuisine.Open from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.Cafe QuetzalLocated on the garden floor at the central pyramid; it offers buffet or a la carte breakfasts.Open from breakfast from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

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